About
Stay in the heart of Edinburgh at TARKA a premium adults-only capsule hotel, perfectly located for exploring Scotland’s historic capital. Just a three-minute walk from Edinburgh Waverley railway station and the Royal Mile, the hostel provides a convenient and affordable base for solo travellers, friends and groups.
Inspired by authentic Japanese capsule hotels, TARKA is built around privacy, simplicity, and smart use of space, evolved for modern travellers. We focus on what genuinely improves a stay: deep sleep, thoughtful design, smooth technology, and great value.
Accommodation is available in mixed and female Private Capsules. Capsules are soundproofed and include a small items lockable box, free Wi-Fi and access to shared bathrooms with showers and hairdryers. Guests also benefit from a lift, heating, daily housekeeping, full-day security, express self check-in and check-out, and our team are available 24 hours a day and will be happy to offer local information and recommendations. An Accessible Cubby room and facilities are available, and the property is entirely non-smoking and vaping.
Many of Edinburgh’s best-known attractions can be reached on foot. Discover the historic closes and atmospheric streets of the Royal Mile, visit The Real Mary King’s Close or enjoy panoramic city views from Camera Obscura and World of Illusions. Edinburgh Castle is approximately an 11-minute walk away, while the National Museum of Scotland, Princes Street, Princes Street Gardens, the Scott Monument and Edinburgh Playhouse are also nearby.
For a longer adventure, walk to the Palace of Holyroodhouse and climb Arthur’s Seat for memorable views across the city. Guests can also explore the independent shops, traditional pubs, cafés and restaurants of the Old Town and nearby New Town.
With excellent rail and public transport connections close by, TARKA Capsule Hotel is a practical central choice for sightseeing, cultural breaks, festival visits and discovering Edinburgh’s nightlife.
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- Luggage Storage
- 24 Hour Reception
- Housekeeping
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- Rooftop Bar
- Restaurant
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